Statement from Carlos Ruiz

Catcher suspended 25 games for prohibited stimulant use

The Major League Baseball Players Association has released the following statement on behalf of Carlos Ruiz.

English:

"I am sincerely regretful for my mistake in taking a prohibited stimulant. I apologize to my teammates, the Phillies organization and the Philadelphia fans. I will serve the imposed 25-game suspension to begin the season, and I look forward to returning to the field and working toward bringing a championship back to Philadelphia in 2013."